It seems like years, now since we started our projects? Step 1: Write that killer script? Check that off? Step 2: START the casting process?, Check that off? Step 3: Mixer /meet /and go for start? So, where's the financing?, I guess I got that covered this time? It's an independent production ,right? So, what happens when a talent doesn't show up for the shoot? This unfortunately, plagued me 3 times during production... (Last time, forced me to pull the plug and close up shop) . So, opinions? options? Anybody else dealt with the same thing?..... and how did you deal with it? I am Leary of jumping back on the horse, only to have to deal with this problem again? Is there a way to write out/ or annex a character on the fly, ? to avoid the "Bump?" Sound advice?
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Best advice: obstacles will always occur in one form or another, best option is to get adaptable, trustworthy people on board who can commit and solve problems together! That said, are you still looking to cast at all?
Agreed, seems like you just need to vet the folks you are working with a bit more before moving forward on a project.
Hi, Michael . I appreciate your comments. We had solid, 3 -4 people on board during the majority of the initial production, and 2-3 who were new to the process. One of the folks, was a "walk on natural," and had great potential , yet was also the most difficult to work with, because he was difficult to tie down, had "Timing conflicts, ETC. All the talent, with the exception of two talents, WERE Newbees' and looking for a start. (I was also a new Filmmaker /director, and learning the ropes. myself) ... so, it was a good experience. I was already established as a film editor /FX artist, and had a good handle and Pre and post production. So, there we went. We manged 66 minutes , out of An 84 minute production at the time, yet scheduling conflicts, weather, and additional cast drop outs forced a production shut down. Cost was over budget as we well, as we did try to pick up additional production dates. Same issues... some could , some had scheduling conflicts. Same story, different day. At this point? I am not sure of my direction...Part of me wants to get back as a crew /FX/ or straight AV editor. A man with talent, but somewhat orphaned ... lol... I will be looking at my options here at Stage32 , and see if I can't step in and help other members... If for any reason, to get my feet wet again? my latest test material is working with Blue screen and LITE' lighting,set .and digital mattes, and particle effects. Is this an area I could assist with in your production? Anyhow, It's getting late, so, I will catch up with you, later... Mark
We should talk, Mark! I am working on a sci-fi short that may be a good collaboration!